1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 297 kg more than 1972 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar XJ | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
